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S226 OEW

1998 Triumph Daytona

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

22,757 mi
Last recorded22,757 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Triumph Daytona21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS226 OEW
MakeTriumph
ModelDaytona
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 22,757 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 22,392 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 22,392 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 22,040 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 21,909 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

one of two bulbs out rearlight

Pass 22 Jan 2013 20,708 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 22 Jan 2013 20,708 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2012 19,414 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2010 18,036 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2009 17,279 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 15,640 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 12,233 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 7,604 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Triumph Daytona?

Based on 136,043 MOT tests across 13,242 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
660
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
13,242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,695
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 925
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 777
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 759
Headlamp aim too low 534
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S226 OEW is a 1998 Triumph Daytona in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Daytona models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 21,167 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Daytona fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,695 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S226 OEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Daytona typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Triumph Daytona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S226 OEW registered?

S226 OEW is a 1998 Triumph Daytona, first registered on 5 October 1998.

Is S226 OEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S226 OEW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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